Barstool Sports expanded into two states, Maryland and Louisiana last week, opening a Barstool Sportsbook in each location, its 12th and 13th state it now has a sportsbook in.
The facility at Hollywood Casino in Perryville, Maryland offers a restaurant, sports bar and betting kiosks. The restaurant offers full service dining with local and regional bands performing every weekend.
In the bar area, there are large-screen televisions with surround sound, reclining chairs, and couches. Children under 21 can enter through a separate entrance and enjoy games such as cornhole, air hockey, and bubble hockey.
Former Baltimore Ravens cornerback and Super Bowl winner Duane Starks was on hand for the ribbon cutting ceremony.
The other new location for Barstool Sportsbook was L’Auberge Casino and Hotel in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
The casino spent $6.7 million to renovate the space, including cutting into the casino floor. The work took six months and Barstool now has a 10,000-square-foot bar that seats 250 guests.
The prior space at L’Auberge was known as The Stadium. Officials at the casino, however, believe they are now catering to a younger crowd.
“We feel strong about the Barstool brand,” says Alex Rangel, vice president and assistant general manager at L’Auberge, told 225 Magazine. “It really speaks to a younger demographic that is heavily interested in sports.”
The casino also plans to reopen Edge Bar in May 2023 in a new space. The team hopes guests will enjoy the game at Barstool and head over to Edge afterward.
Barstool Sportsbook shares the sports blog and media brand’s signature, playful look. A football field mat covers the betting floor and huge wooden chairs are displayed for photo opportunities. Barstool slogans are displayed throughout.
